Skin & Laser Dermatology Center McLean

Acne And Acne Scarring Treatments help reduce active pimples and smooth scarred skin. It includes guidance on skincare, medications or procedures to clear breakouts, fade scars, and improve texture, usually tailored to skin type and concerns.

Acne scars are a common result of acne. The scars can become prominent in our teenage years and well into adulthood. Luckily, there are a variety of treatment options to reduce the appearance of unsightly acne scars and your choice is not limited to a single type of treatment.

Acne is a common skin condition that is caused by over production of the oil glands. This over production results in inflammation, which also can lead to common problems such as pimples, white heads, black heads and other issues with the skin...

Acne is a common skin condition that is caused by over production of the oil glands. This over production results in inflammation, which also can lead to common problems such as pimples, white heads, black heads and other issues with the skin. Although acne most commonly affects the face, patients may also have problems on the back and chest area as well. This can also lead to acne scarring. Those suffering with acne may have only a small area consisting of a few lesions or a larger area of coverage.

Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) is when your immune system reacts to pollen or allergens, causing sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and congestion. It involves avoiding triggers, medicines, and sometimes nasal sprays or allergy shots to lessen symptoms.

Birthmark Removal is a cosmetic procedure to reduce or remove marks on the skin using methods like laser, surgery, or topical treatments. It involves a consultation, choosing a suitable method, and post-treatment care to promote healing.

Body Contouring uses non-surgical treatments to reshape and slim areas of the body by reducing fat, tightening skin, or smoothing contours. It typically involves brief sessions, possible cooling or heat treatments, and does not require major surgery.

Botox Cosmetic is a quick, in-office treatment that uses a purified toxin to temporarily relax facial muscles, reducing wrinkles. A clinician injects tiny amounts with a fine needle, with minimal downtime and results lasting a few months.

It is a common misconception that capillaries are broken; they are actually enlarged or dilated which then becomes visible on the surface of the skin. This can become a cosmetic issue, especially if there are several dilated blood vessels on the face.

Chemical Peels are cosmetic treatments that apply a chemical solution to the skin to gently remove the outer layer, improving texture and tone. It involves cleansing, applying the peel, and soothing afterward, with varying depths and recovery times.

A Cherry Angiomas service identifies and treats small, bright red skin spots called cherry angiomas. It involves cosmetic evaluation and removal options (laser or cautery) to reduce or eliminate the spots while minimizing recovery downtime.

Co2 Resurfacing is a cosmetic facial treatment that uses carbon dioxide to gently exfoliate and stimulate skin renewal. A device applies controlled CO2 bursts and sometimes light or serums, helping improve texture, tone, and glow with minimal downtime.

Concierge Dermatology Services / House Calls provide personalized skin care at your home or a private clinic visit, with prioritized appointments, comprehensive skin exams, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-ups, all tailored to your needs.

Cosmetic Consultation is a guided meeting with a skincare or aesthetic specialist who reviews your goals, skin type, and concerns, then suggests treatments, products, and a plan tailored to you in plain language.

Cosmetic Dermatology is medical skin care focused on improving appearance. It involves non-surgical treatments like Botox, fillers, laser procedures, chemical peels, and skin-tightening to reduce wrinkles, brighten skin, and address blemishes.

Cosmetic Fillers are injections that add volume and smooth wrinkles in the face, typically to lips, cheeks, or under eyes. The procedure involves a quick treatment, with some swelling or bruising, lasting months to a year depending on the product and area.

Cosmetic Procedures are non-medical treatments that enhance appearance, such as skincare, laser treatments, injectables, and minor surgeries. They aim to improve looks, symmetry, or confidence with minimal recovery time.

Dermatologic Surgery is medical care that removes or treats skin problems, like moles, cysts, or skin cancer, through procedures such as minor excisions, biopsies, reshaping, and laser or frozen treatments, usually done in a clinic or outpatient setting.

Dermatologist Dr is a skin care service where a licensed doctor examines skin, treats conditions like acne, eczema, and moles, and offers guidance on prevention, skincare routines, and procedures such as biopsies or minor treatments when needed.

Double Chin is a simple service that helps reduce or tighten the area under the chin. It may involve cosmetic treatments, exercises, or skincare steps designed to improve jawline definition and lessen fullness under the chin.

Eyelid surgery is a cosmetic or medical procedure that tightens or reshapes the eyelids. It involves removing or repositioning excess skin, fat, or muscle to improve appearance or vision, with recovery varying by individual.

Advances in medicine and laser technology have allowed for the removal of unsightly facial veins without causing any damage to the surrounding skin. This is a highly effective procedure for removing red or blue lesions on the face, referred to as thread veins or spider veins, or in some cases broken

Folliculitis is a skin condition where hair follicles become inflamed or infected, causing red spots or pustules. It often itches or burns and may be treated with cleaning, warm compresses, and sometimes medication or antibiotics if needed.

Gummy Smile is a cosmetic treatment that improves a gummy or short-smiled appearance. It typically uses dental options like Botox or minor gum contouring to reduce excess gum exposure when you smile, resulting in more balanced, confident teeth visibility.

Hair Loss Treatment is a service that helps people regain or stop losing hair through personalized plans, which may include counseling, medications, topical treatments, PRP, or light therapies tailored to the cause and pattern of thinning.

The color of your skin is determined by pigments in the skin produced by skin cells called melanocytes. People with a fair complexion produce more pheomelanin pigment, whereas people with a darker skin create more of eumelanin pigment. However, most people have a mix of both these pigments.

Juvederm Ultra Plus XC is a smooth injectable filler made of hyaluronic acid that adds volume and softens wrinkles. It’s injected into the skin by a clinician, often for lips, cheeks, and facial lines, with a small amount of lidocaine for comfort and results that last months.

Juvéderm Ultra is a cosmetic injectable gel that adds volume to the skin, smoothing wrinkles and enhancing areas like lips and cheeks. It uses hyaluronic acid and is given with a quick shot in a clinic, with results lasting several months.

Laser Dermatology is a medical service that uses focused light to treat skin issues, such as blemishes, wrinkles, scars, or unwanted hair. It involves a consultation, selecting the appropriate laser, and a procedure that targets the skin with controlled light energy.

Laser Peels use targeted light to remove thin outer skin layers, improving texture and tone. A technician cleans the area, applies a laser, and may need a brief recovery time while the skin heals and regains glow.

Laser Skin Treatments use focused light to improve skin issues like wrinkles, spots, scars, or redness. Sessions vary by problem and skin type, usually involving cleansing, protective eye wear, and cooling or topical gel; patients may feel mild warmth or snapping sensations.

Laser Tattoo is a cosmetic procedure that uses concentrated light to break down tattoo ink particles in the skin, gradually fading or removing designs. It usually requires multiple sessions, protective eye gear, and aftercare to reduce redness and itching.

Laser Tattoo Removal is a cosmetic treatment that uses focused light to break down tattoo ink particles in the skin. A clinician applies a laser to the skin in sessions, causing the ink to fade over time as your body naturally removes the pigment.

Laser Treatments use focused light to target skin or tissue, reducing wrinkles, blemishes, or hair. It involves cleaning the area, applying the laser pulses, and post-care care to help healing and minimize side effects.

Laser hair removal uses focused light to target hair follicles, slowing or stopping growth. A technician shines a laser on the area, sometimes with cooling to avoid discomfort; multiple sessions are usually needed for smoother, longer-lasting results.

Leg Vein Treatment is a medical procedure to improve swollen or twisted leg veins, often varicose veins. It uses methods like laser, injections, or heat to close or remove the problematic veins, reducing symptoms and improving leg appearance.

Medical Services provides health care from trained professionals, including checkups, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and follow-up visits to keep people healthy and manage illnesses.

What is the Melanage Ultra Peel – Skin Brightening System? Melanage Ultra is a superficial chemical peel designed to improve the texture and appearance of the skin. It entails application of a sheer occlusive masque and an at-home regimen. There is no pain and little-to-no irritation during...

Men’s Cosmetic Treatments are non-surgical procedures that enhance appearance, such as skin rejuvenation, wrinkle reduction, hair removal, and subtle facial improvements, performed by qualified professionals with personalized consultations.

Merkel Cell Carcinoma is a rare skin cancer that grows quickly. It often appears as a painless, firm red or purple nodule. It may spread to nearby lymph nodes or other organs, so early detection and treatment like surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy are important.

Microdermabrasion & Power Peels are skin treatments that exfoliate the outer skin layer to smooth texture, brighten complexion, and reduce minor bumps. They use abrasion or gentle acids to remove dead skin cells, stimulate renewal, and improve tone.

Microdermabrasion Treatments are a cosmetic procedure that gently files away the outer skin layer using tiny crystals or a diamond tip, helping to remove dead skin, reduce fine lines, and brighten the complexion with a quick, non-invasive session.

Milia (milium) are tiny, hard white bumps on the skin caused by trapped keratin under the surface. They’re harmless and often fade on their own; treatment, if desired, may involve gentle extraction by a dermatologist or specialized skin care.

More Laser Treatment is a cosmetic service that uses laser light to improve skin issues like spots, wrinkles, or hair. It involves a clinician directing lasers on the target area, with brief sessions, potential cooling, and aftercare as advised.

A neck lift is a cosmetic procedure that tightens the neck skin and underlying muscles to reduce sagging, jowls, and neck bands, often involving lifting, trimming excess skin, and smoothing contours for a more youthful neckline.

Non Surgical Scar Treatment is a non-invasive approach to reduce the appearance and improve the texture of scars using methods like topical creams, laser or light therapies, microdermabrasion, or injections, without cutting the skin.

A service that removes permanent makeup tattoos using specialized removal techniques to break down pigment, typically involving topical anesthetic, sessions over weeks, and post-care to fade and erase eyebrow, lip, or eyeliner tattoos.

PhotoDynamic Therapy (PDT), also known as ALA/PDT, is a treatment performed with a topical photosensitizing agent called Levulan® (5-aminolevulinic acid or ALA) that is applied to the skin and then activated with a specific wavelength of light. Treatment results in the removal of sun-damaged...

What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a condition that causes the body to make new skin cells in days rather than weeks. As these cells pile up on the surface of the skin, you may see thick, scaly patches.

Red Spots & Vein Removal is a cosmetic treatment that fades or eliminates red blemishes and small surface veins using targeted techniques, typically involving light, laser, or topical methods to improve skin tone with minimal downtime.

Redness And Flushing is a service that helps reduce facial redness and sudden skin flushing. It involves gentle skin care, lifestyle tips, and possible treatment options to calm irritated skin and improve evenness.

There are several types of rejuvenation treatments that can help a person look and feel younger again. One of the most common approaches is the chemical peel. Chemical peels have been used for more than a century.

The advent of lasers has permitted the removal of most tattoo inks with a very low risk of scarring. We have the state of the art and latest laser technology (Picoway and RevLite) which can significantly lighten or remove a wide variety of tattoo inks. Lately, the decision to obtain a tattoo...

Restylane Defyne is a hyaluronic acid injectable cosmetic treatment that adds natural-looking volume to sagging or wrinkles, especially around the nose and mouth. It involves a clinician injecting gel under the skin to smooth lines and restore youthful contours.

Restylane Fillers are injectable facial treatments that add volume and smooth lines. A clinician injects a gel made from hyaluronic acid under the skin to plump areas like cheeks or lips, with results that typically fade over several months and may require follow-up sessions.

Restylane Kysse is a dermal filler treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to add volume and smooth wrinkles around the lips, improving shape and moisture. It involves a quick in-office injection by a clinician, with results lasting several months.

Restylane Kysse is a lip filler treatment using a gel made of hyaluronic acid to add shape and fullness. A clinician injects it into the lips, aiming for smoother, natural-looking volume with results that last several months.

Restylane Lyft is a cosmetic injectable that uses hyaluronic acid to add volume and shape to facial areas like the cheeks and correcting wrinkles. It involves a doctor injecting the gel under the skin to smooth and lift with effects lasting several months.

Restylane Refyne is a dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid that softens wrinkles and adds natural-looking volume, often used around the mouth and lower face. It involves a quick injectable treatment with results lasting several months.

Restylane Silk is a cosmetic injectable filler made of hyaluronic acid designed to smooth wrinkles around the mouth and enhance lip texture. It’s administered by a clinician with a series of small injections and typically requires minimal downtime.

Revanesse Versa is a dermal filler treatment that uses hyaluronic acid to smooth wrinkles and restore facial volume. It involves a clinician injecting small amounts under the skin with a fine needle to plump lines and enhance contours, typically done in a clinic.

Rhinophyma is a cosmetic condition where the nose enlarges and becomes thickened due to excess oil glands and tissue growth, often causing bulbous, bumpy appearance. Treatments aim to reshape the nose and improve texture and symmetry.

Rosacea is classified as dilation of blood vessels that often causes redness and flushing of the skin. It is also classified as an inflammation of the skin that can result in red and inflamed appearing bumps resembling acne.

Scars & Wrinkle Treatment is a cosmetic procedure that improves the appearance of scars and wrinkles using methods like creams, lasers, or injections to smooth skin and reduce uneven texture.

Sebaceous Hyperplasia is a common, noncancerous skin condition where oil glands enlarge, creating small, soft bumps usually on the face. Treatments may include topical products, procedures to remove or reduce bumps, and light therapy, guided by a dermatologist.

Mohs micrographic surgery is a precise skin cancer removal method where the doctor removes cancer layer by layer, examining each layer under a microscope during the procedure until no cancer remains, preserving healthy tissue and high cure rates.

One of the main reasons skin cancer detection is so important is that if detected early enough it can be easily treated. Skin cancer is increasing in incidence and current estimates are that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer sometime in their lifetime.

Skin Disease Management: Acne, Psoriasis, Rosacea & Vitiligo helps diagnose and treat common skin conditions with personalized plans, including skincare routines, medications, lifestyle tips, and follow-up care to reduce symptoms and improve skin health.

Skin Rejuvenation Procedures are cosmetic treatments that improve skin texture, tone, and clarity. They may include laser, chemical peels, microneedling, or light therapies to reduce wrinkles, sun damage, and blemishes, promoting a fresher, smoother look.

Skin Tags is a minor, common skin growth that hangs off the skin. It’s usually harmless and painless, often removed in a simple medical procedure or at home with care, and may involve cosmetic considerations or monitoring for changes.

Skin tags and moles are common, small growths on the skin. Skin tags are flesh-colored growths of skin that protrude from the surface by a small stalk-like structure. Moles are concentrations of pigment-producing cells in your skin. People with light skin tend to have more moles.

Millions of people have to put up with spider veins. Whether your spider veins are randomly spread out or in a cluster causing the actual spider pattern, this condition can be unsightly and make people very self-conscious about the appearance of their legs.

Subcision is a cosmetic procedure that releases circular skin scars by inserting a needle under the skin to break scar tissue, encouraging new, smoother skin and gradual improvement over weeks to months.

Syringomas are small, benign bumps under the skin caused by overgrowth of sweat glands. Treatment is usually minimal and may involve gentle skin care, laser or surgical removal, and will depend on size, location, and cosmetic concerns.

Traumatic Tattoo Removal is a cosmetic procedure that fades or removes ink left after injuries, using techniques like laser or surgical methods to reduce visibility and improve skin appearance, typically requiring multiple sessions and care after treatment.

Ultherapy Prime is an advanced, FDA-cleared non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tighten skin on the face, neck, chest, arms and abs. This innovative treatment stimulates collagen production deep within the skin, resulting in a natural lifting and tightening effect with

Vaginal rejuvenation is a cosmetic procedure that aims to tighten or restore vagina tissue using lasers, energy devices, or surgical methods. It may involve treating laxity, dryness, or sensitivity, often with minimal downtime, though results vary by method and individual.

Wound Care is a service that helps treat cuts, scrapes, burns, or other skin injuries. It involves cleaning the wound, dressing it, monitoring healing, preventing infection, and providing guidance on care and when to seek further medical help.

Xanthelasma is a cosmetic skin condition where yellowish lipid deposits fill the inner eyelids and nearby skin. It’s usually harmless but can signal cholesterol issues; treatment may involve monitoring, lifestyle changes, or medical procedures to remove or reduce the bumps.